Trump Jokes About Macron “Slap” Incident, Advises: ‘Make Sure the Door Stays Closed

Washington/Paris:A light-hearted moment between French President **Emmanuel Macron** and his wife **Brigitte Macron** during their recent visit to **Vietnam** has gone viral, sparking social media frenzy and drawing a humorous response from former **U.S. President Donald Trump**.

Upon arrival in Vietnam, as the aircraft door opened, cameras captured a moment where **Brigitte Macron’s hand accidentally touched or appeared to “slap” President Macron’s face**. Macron quickly smiled and waved to the cameras, but the brief gesture set off widespread online speculation, with many joking that the First Lady had “slapped” her husband.

The viral footage also showed **Brigitte not holding Macron’s arm** as they descended the steps of the plane, fueling further commentary online about the couple’s body language.

### Trump’s Response

During a press briefing at the **Oval Office**, a reporter humorously asked Trump what **marriage advice** he would offer to the French President following the viral incident. With a grin, Trump replied:

> **“Just make sure the door stays closed.”**

He then added:

> **“They’re both doing great. Really, they’re very good people.”**

Trump’s remarks were met with laughter and added a diplomatic dose of humor to an otherwise overblown internet debate.

### Macron’s Clarification

President Macron also addressed the media, dismissing the buzz around the moment. He clarified:

> **“It was nothing serious — just a light, playful exchange between my wife and me.”**

He further criticized how the incident had been exaggerated:

> **“People are turning a small moment into a major drama. It’s really not a big deal.”**

The Macron couple has often made headlines for their unique relationship and public chemistry, and this latest viral moment seems to have only added to their media profile — albeit in a slightly slapstick fashion.